BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 11,500, available immediately at our Kimathi Street store in Nairobi CBD. The kit ships with two transmitter microphones, one Lightning-port receiver, a wireless charging case, two fur windshields, a USB-A to USB-C charging cable, and a carrying pouch. Mascom International stocks the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) for content creators, journalists, podcasters, and small production teams who record voice straight into iPhone or iPad models with the Lightning connector.
Built for Kenya's fast-growing mobile content economy, the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) addresses the single biggest audio problem for vloggers and TikTok creators across Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and beyond built-in iPhone microphones pick up matatu noise, restaurant chatter, wind, and street traffic, ruining otherwise good footage. The Omic-D's 2.4GHz wireless link, dual omnidirectional transmitters, and one-tap noise cancellation pull voice clean from up to 50 metres away. Content creators, NGO field interviewers, mobile journalists, real estate agents shooting property walkthroughs, school teachers recording lessons, and church media teams capturing Sunday sermons all benefit from a setup that takes under 30 seconds from charging case to recording.
Unlike traditional electronics retailers in Kenya who stock generic wireless mics with no Apple compatibility certification, Mascom International stocks the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) as the MFi-certified Lightning version specifically built for Apple devices. Buyers across Kenya report that Mascom's pay-on-arrival delivery, hands-on demo at our Kimathi Street counter, and direct after-sales support make the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) a far safer purchase than online imports with no local warranty backing. Visit our Nairobi CBD store to test the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) live with your own iPhone before you pay.
WHAT IS THE BOYA OMIC-D AND HOW IS IT DIFFERENT FROM THE OMIC-U?
The BOYA Omic-D is the Lightning-port version of the Omic series, built specifically for iPhones and iPads that still use Apple's Lightning connector. The Omic-U uses a USB-C plug for Android phones and newer iPads. If your iPhone is the iPhone 14, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 13, 13 Pro, 12, XR, X, SE, or any iPad with a Lightning port, the Omic-D plugs straight in. The Omic-D will not work on iPhone 15, 16, or 17 series those phones use USB-C and need the Omic-U instead. Match the receiver to your phone port before you buy. Mascom International stocks both versions so we can confirm fit before you leave the shop.
HOW WELL DOES THE BOYA OMIC-D WORK FOR IPHONE VLOGGING IN KENYA?
The BOYA Omic-D works very well for iPhone vlogging in Kenyan conditions because the receiver plugs directly into the Lightning port no Bluetooth pairing, no app login, no driver download. Open the charging case, the two transmitters auto-pair in roughly two seconds, plug the receiver into your iPhone's Lightning port, open your camera or recording app, and the audio routes automatically. This matters in Kenya for three real-world reasons. First, matatu and boda commutes mean creators often record on the move with limited time to fiddle with settings. Second, Safaricom 4G and 5G data is too valuable to spend on app updates for a microphone that should just work. Third, content shot at outdoor markets like Toi, Gikomba, or City Market suffers from background noise that built-in iPhone mics cannot filter the Omic-D's one-button noise cancellation drops crowd noise, traffic, and wind into the background while keeping your voice forward.
WHAT IS THE BATTERY LIFE ON THE BOYA OMIC-D TRANSMITTERS?
EachBOYA Omic-D transmitter runs for up to 5 hours on a single charge. The included charging case stores enough power to recharge both transmitters twice, extending total recording time to roughly 15 hours per full case charge. For typical Kenyan content creators recording 2-3 hour shoot days, one full charge of the case lasts an entire week of recording without plugging into a wall. The case itself charges via USB-C cable or wirelessly on any Qi wireless charging pad. The Lightning receiver draws power directly from the iPhone or iPad it plugs into, so it never needs separate charging. A quick top-up of 15 minutes in the case gives roughly an hour of recording useful when you realise a transmitter is low right before a shoot.
HOW FAR CAN THE BOYA OMIC-D TRANSMIT WIRELESSLY?
The BOYA Omic-D transmits up to 50 metres (164 feet) line-of-sight between the transmitter and the Lightning receiver. In open outdoor settings football pitches, beaches at Diani, open fields, large church grounds you get the full 50 metres. Indoors with walls, mirrors, and metal furniture between transmitter and receiver, expect closer to 20-25 metres of reliable range. The 2.4GHz digital signal handles interference well in busy WiFi environments like Westlands cafés, co-working spaces along Ngong Road, and Nairobi shopping malls. For most vlog work where the phone is within 10 metres of the speaker, the connection stays rock-solid with no audio dropouts.
HOW DOES THE NOISE CANCELLATION ON THE BOYA OMIC-D WORK?
The BOYA Omic-D uses one-button noise cancellation activated by double-tapping the button on each transmitter. The system separates voice frequencies from constant background sound air conditioner hum, fan noise, distant traffic, generator drone, market chatter and reduces the background while keeping the voice clear. A single press toggles mute, useful when you need to cough or pause without stopping the recording. Audio captures at 48kHz sample rate when noise cancellation is active, which matches broadcast television audio standards. The frequency response runs 20Hz to 20,000Hz, meaning the Omic-D records the full range of human speech plus the natural high-frequency detail that makes voice sound real rather than thin or boxy.
WHO SHOULD BUY THE BOYA OMIC-D IN KENYA?
The BOYA Omic-D is built for anyone recording voice content into an iPhone or iPad with a Lightning port. Specific Kenyan buyer profiles who get the most value include:
- YouTube vloggers and lifestyle content creators producing daily uploads on iPhone 12, 13, or 14
- TikTok creators recording dialogue, interviews, and pieces-to-camera in noisy outdoor settings
- Real estate agents shooting property walkthrough videos for Instagram and WhatsApp marketing
- NGO field officers documenting interviews in Turkana, Marsabit, and other rural counties
- Mobile journalists filing video reports for digital news platforms
- Pastors, imams, and church media teams recording sermons and worship content
- School teachers producing recorded lessons for online learning and revision platforms
- Wedding videographers capturing two-party vows and speeches without boom mic operators
- Podcasters recording two-person conversations directly into iPhone for later editing
- Corporate video producers shooting interviews and testimonials in office environments
If you record one or two voices regularly and your phone is a Lightning-port iPhone or iPad, the Omic-D pays for itself within the first few projects through cleaner audio that needs less editing.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE BOYA OMIC-D RETAIL BOX?
Every BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) sold by Mascom International includes:
- 2 × Omic TX wireless transmitters with built-in omnidirectional condenser microphones
- 1 × Omic RXD Lightning receiver
- 1 × Omic CC charging case (supports wired USB-C and Qi wireless charging)
- 2 × fur windshields (reduce wind noise during outdoor recording)
- 1 × USB-A to USB-C charging cable
- 1 × carrying pouch
- User manual and safety information
The transmitters carry detachable magnetic clips so you can attach them either through clothing using the magnet, clipped to a shirt collar, or fixed to a lanyard. The vinyl-record-inspired design in glossy black with silver button accents looks deliberate on camera rather than industrial, which content creators appreciate for shots where the mic is visible.
IS THE BOYA OMIC-D WORTH KSH 11,500 IN KENYA?
The BOYA Omic-D at KSh 11,500 sits in the affordable wireless lavalier bracket alongside the DJI Mic Mini and Hollyland Lark M1, while undercutting the Rode Wireless GO II and DJI Mic 2 by KSh 15,000 to KSh 30,000. For two-person dialogue capture into a Lightning iPhone, the Omic-D delivers the core features that matter automatic pairing, 50m range, dual transmitters, noise cancellation, charging case at a price point most independent creators can justify. Buyers who upgrade from a phone's built-in microphone or a wired lavalier report that the Omic-D removes audio as a recurring problem from their workflow, which usually translates to faster editing turnaround and a noticeable jump in viewer retention on platforms where weak audio causes early drop-off.
HOW DOES THE BOYA OMIC-D COMPARE TO THE DJI MIC MINI AND HOLLYLAND LARK M1?
The DJI Mic Mini, Hollyland Lark M1, and BOYA Omic-D all target the same buyer content creators who want compact wireless lavalier audio on a phone. Differences worth knowing:
- Receiver type: The Omic-D plugs directly into the Lightning port with no batteries in the receiver. DJI and Hollyland use a dock-style receiver that needs its own battery and connects via cable, adding bulk.
- Phone compatibility: The Omic-D works only with Lightning iPhones and iPads. The DJI Mic Mini and Hollyland Lark M1 work across iPhone, Android, and cameras through swappable adapters or cables.
- Range: BOYA Omic-D rates 50m, DJI Mic Mini rates 400m on paper but realistically 100-150m in use, Hollyland Lark M1 rates 200m.
- Battery: BOYA Omic-D transmitters last 5 hours, DJI Mic Mini lasts 11.5 hours, Hollyland Lark M1 lasts 8 hours.
- Price: BOYA Omic-D KSh 11,500, DJI Mic Mini around KSh 14,500, Hollyland Lark M1 around KSh 18,000.
If your only recording device is a Lightning iPhone or iPad and you record within 50m of the phone (which covers 95% of vlog scenarios), the Omic-D gives you the cleanest workflow at the lowest price. If you also record on Android phones, USB-C iPads, or DSLR cameras, pick the Omic-U or step up to a multi-platform system.
CAN THE BOYA OMIC-D RECORD TWO PEOPLE AT THE SAME TIME?
Yes both Omic-D transmitters pair to the single Lightning receiver simultaneously, recording into your iPhone as a single mixed audio track. This works for two-person podcast recordings, host-and-guest interview formats, presenter-and-expert news segments, real estate agent walking through a property with a client, and worship leader plus second vocalist. The two voices land in the same audio file, balanced through the BOYA app or directly through your iPhone's recording software. If you need each voice on a separate track for independent editing, you'll need to record using a recording app that supports multi-track output through the Lightning interface most standard iPhone camera apps record both transmitters as one combined track, which is fine for most vlog use cases.
DOES THE BOYA OMIC-D WORK WITH IPHONE 15, 16, OR 17?
No. The BOYA Omic-D Lightning version does NOT work with iPhone 15, 16, or 17 because Apple switched these models to USB-C. A Lightning-to-USB-C adapter does not solve this the digital audio signal cannot route through the adapter correctly for this receiver. If you have an iPhone 15, 16, or 17, buy the BOYA Omic-U with the USB-C receiver instead. Mascom International stocks both versions and will confirm the right one for your specific iPhone before you complete the purchase. If you have older models iPhone 14 series or earlier with Lightning ports the Omic-D is the correct choice.
HOW QUICKLY CAN I SET UP THE BOYA OMIC-D FOR A SHOOT?
The BOYA Omic-D moves from charging case to recording in roughly 30 seconds. Open the case both transmitters auto-pair within 2 seconds, indicated by a solid blue light on each transmitter. Plug the Lightning receiver into your iPhone iOS recognises it instantly with no permission prompts after the first use. Open the iPhone camera app or your recording app of choice the audio input switches automatically to the Omic receiver. Clip a transmitter to your shirt collar or attach it through clothing using the magnetic back clip. Tap the noise cancellation button if you're in a noisy setting. Start recording. The full setup is faster than connecting Bluetooth earbuds, which makes the Omic-D practical for run-and-gun shooting where you don't have time to fiddle with apps and pairing menus.
WHERE TO BUY THE BOYA OMIC-D WIRELESS MICROPHONE (LIGHTNING) IN KENYA
The BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) live with your own iPhone or iPad before purchase. Available colour: Glossy Black with silver accents.
Order through any of the following:
• Phone: +254 708 852 521
• Email: info@mascomintl.com
• Website: www.mascomintl.com
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wireless Technology and Range
- Wireless system: 2.4GHz digital wireless transmission
- Operating range: Up to 50 metres (164 feet) line-of-sight
- Pairing: Automatic on power-on, no manual pairing required
- Channels: Dual-channel, supports two transmitters paired simultaneously to one receiver
- Receiver type: Lightning (RXD) for iOS devices
Audio Performance
- Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
- Sample rate: Up to 48kHz with noise cancellation enabled
- Microphone type: Built-in omnidirectional condenser, captures voice from any angle around the transmitter
- Noise cancellation: One-button activation (double-tap) on each transmitter
- Mute: Single-tap on each transmitter
- Output: Digital audio direct to iOS device through Lightning connector
Battery and Charging
- Transmitter battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
- Transmitter recording time: Up to 5 hours per single charge
- Charging case capacity: Recharges both transmitters approximately twice
- Total recording time per case charge: Up to 15 hours
- Transmitter charging time: Approximately 2 hours to full
- Case charging: USB-C wired or Qi wireless charging
- Receiver power: Drawn from iOS device, no separate battery needed
Physical and Build
- Transmitter thickness: 9.7mm
- Transmitter width: 20mm (2cm)
- Design: Vinyl-record-inspired round housing in glossy black with silver button
- Mounting: Detachable magnetic back clip, doubles as magnetic plate for through-clothing attachment
- Optional accessories: Fur windshield (included), lanyard mount
Compatibility
- Lightning-equipped iPhones: iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XR, XS, XS Max, X, SE (2nd and 3rd generation), 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6s
- Lightning-equipped iPads: iPad (9th generation and earlier), iPad mini (5th generation and earlier), iPad Air (3rd generation and earlier), iPad Pro with Lightning port
- Apple MFi: Certified compatible with Apple's MFi accessory program
- NOT compatible with: iPhone 15, 16, 17 series (USB-C), USB-C iPad Pro, USB-C iPad Air, Android devices (use Omic-U instead)
6 Months Warranty
The BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. BOYA's standard manufacturer warranty also applies through registered authorised channels. If the unit develops a fault within the warranty period, bring it back to our Kimathi Street service desk with the original receipt and we'll handle the replacement or repair process directly. Customers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, accurate pricing, and reliable after-sales backing on every microphone, camera accessory, and audio kit we stock.
Mascom International ships the BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you only pay when the kit reaches you and you've confirmed it works with your phone. Major cities including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive next-business-day delivery. Remote counties including Lodwar, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, and Lamu receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The BOYA Omic-D Wireless Microphone (Lightning) carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest product specifications, current Kenyan market pricing, and direct warranty backing on every wireless microphone we stock.
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